2019 Volkswagen Atlas recall: tank assembly
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 21, 2019. It covers about 6 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 6
- reported
- Aug 21, 2019
- owners notified
- Aug 30, 2019
- related complaints
- 36
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Atlas vehicles. The suction jet in the fuel tank may have been welded in the incorrect position allowing fuel to leak. Additionally, the vehicle may stall due to uneven fuel distribution.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BU.
Recall number 19V614000
Affected vehicles
- Volkswagen Atlas 2019 2019
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 36 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 19V614000
Is there a recall on the 2019 Volkswagen Atlas tank assembly?
Yes. Recall 19V614000, reported on August 21, 2019, covers about 6 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 19V614000?
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BU.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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